Dean, College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

Mission

The mission of Eastern Washington University is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. EWU is committed to serving first-generation, Pell-eligible students. Applicants are asked to provide a statement articulating how they would contribute to EWU's mission.

About the Role

The next dean will have the opportunity to shape the future of a college positioned for growth and impact within a regional public university that transforms lives and serves as a critical workforce engine. CSTEM's next dean will lead a college with significant momentum and assets, including major new and renovated science facilities, a growing culture of undergraduate research and faculty-student scholarship, strong cyber and engineering opportunities, place-based environmental and natural resource partnerships, and established relationships with industry, tribes, health care, manufacturing, community partners, and donors.

Responsibilities

• Advance a vision for CSTEM that integrates applied learning, undergraduate research, and community and regional partnerships in preparing students for an increasingly technology-driven workforce.
• Elevate EWU's visibility and maximize its impact.
• Lead a college with significant momentum and assets, including major new and renovated science facilities, a growing culture of undergraduate research and faculty-student scholarship, strong cyber and engineering opportunities, place-based environmental and natural resource partnerships, and established relationships with industry, tribes, health care, manufacturing, community partners, and donors.
• Ensure the college remains competitive and relevant in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance student engagement and success, particularly for first-generation and underrepresented students.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and external partners to foster innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Requirements

• A terminal degree in a discipline within CSTEM or in a closely related field.
• A minimum of three years of successful experience in leadership positions.
• A record of accomplishment that merits appointment as a tenured associate professor or professor in the college.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading academic departments or divisions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
• Knowledge of best practices in higher education administration.

Skills

• Strategic planning and implementation.
• Leadership and management of academic programs.
• Collaboration and partnership building.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Benefits

Coverage includes health insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year, and fringe benefits such as tuition waivers for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets, and free transportation through STA buses.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $190,000 to $240,000. On top of salary, EWU offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is standard full-time hours.